Patient's Vulnerability Can't Be Used As A Weapon To Sexually Exploit Them, Declines Relief To Doctor Accused Of Sexual Harassment: Karnataka High Court

In a recent case of alleged professional misconduct, Dr. Chethan Kumar S., a 33-year-old doctor based in Bengaluru, is facing serious accusations under Section 354A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The allegations against him include unwelcome physical contact and advances involving explicit sexual overtures towards a patient. The case was presented before the Hon'ble Mr. Justice M. Nagaprasanna in the High Court of Karnataka on June 3, 2024. The…